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American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT)
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the brand-new AASPT website, a project nearly 2 years in the making! This modern, user-friendly platform offers much more value to our members, with plans to improve the Learning Center and expand resources over the coming months. In addition, we’re excited to roll out a new community feature in the future.
Also - mark your calendars for the 2025 AASPT Annual Meeting in Nashville, July 11-12. This year’s event promises to be even better than last year’s, especially with the opportunity to join the AOSSM Annual Meeting and learn from top sports medicine doctors. The agenda is set, featuring new sessions on return to sport, plus the 2nd Annual Sports PT Residency research posters and awards. We can’t wait to see you there!
Visit https://www.sportspt.org/ for more information.
American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
Register now for the 2025 AMSSM Annual Meeting in Kansas City
The 2025 Program Planning Committee invites you to attend the 34th AMSSM Annual Meeting in Kansas City, MO, April 22-27, and registration is now available on AMSSM’s website.
The Annual Meeting Theme, “Elevate the Field - Inspiring Innovations in Sports Medicine” will highlight global advancements and groundbreaking research in sports medicine. This year’s conference will cover diverse innovations from clinical practices and quality improvements to technological advances. It will feature topics such as:
AI in Sports Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgery Innovations
Fueling for Success: the Role of Energy Balance in Athletic Health and Performance
Screening Tools - Effective or Not?
Sideline Management Essentials
Management of Thoracic Outlet and Compartment Syndromes
Wearable Technology Best Practices
Muscular Injury and Tendinopathy Treatments
Additional conference highlights include:
Return of the Fellows Quiz Bowl (hosted by Jeremiah Ray)
Foundation Party at the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Case-Based Sessions on Commonly Missed Diagnoses
Evidence-Based Fracture Care
Learner Resources: MSK Physical Exam Boot Camp, Instructional Course Lectures - Fellowship Insights and Sports Medicine Career Lectures
Sports Economics Instructional Course Lectures
Online registration is now available on AMSSM’s website at https://www.amssm.org/, and we hope to see you in Kansas City!
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Stay in the Game with AOSSM In-Person Education
Get a Step Ahead - Attend Specialty Day 2025
Specialty Day 2025 is March 14 in San Diego! AOSSM is partnering with AOFAS to bring attendees a one-of-a-kind experience that redefines excellence in patient care. Featuring a comprehensive program that blends sports medicine topics with tips and tricks to expertly handle foot and ankle care, attendees will gain valuable insights into managing complex injuries, enhancing performance, and improving long-term outcomes for athletes and patients alike. Specialty Day is less than 2 weeks away - don’t wait to take the next step and register!
Master Pediatric Knee Care: Surgical Skills to Treat the Next Generation
As intensive sports training on the younger athlete gets more intense, so do the injuries that are involved. Make sure you’re up to date on the latest joint preservation and physeal-respecting techniques with AOSSM’s spring surgical skills course. In partnership with the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, this two-day course combines lectures and case discussions with a full day of hands-on laboratory practice in the cadaver laboratory. Register today for the in-person or virtual component, happening April 4-5!
Annual Meeting 2025 Is Coming to Music City
Registration is open for the 2025 Annual Meeting July 10-12 in vibrant Nashville, where leading experts will share groundbreaking innovations in sports medicine. Take advantage of numerous networking events and can’t-miss keynote lectures (including the opening keynote by legendary coach Urban Meyer!) Visit https://www.sportsmed.org/am25 to learn more.
Reviewer’s Workshop
Held Friday, July 11 at the AOSSM Annual Meeting, the Reviewers’ Workshop is a special session that provides training for current reviewers and those interested in becoming reviewers for the AOSSM journals. Featuring expert guest lectures on hot topics in the field, it’s the ideal opportunity for those interested in getting more involved in the peer-review process.
Visit https://www.sportsmed.org/education/programs to learn more about these meetings and courses.
Easy Reider Podcast
Listen in on conversations with some of the foremost leaders in sports medicine in the AOSSM podcast series, Easy Reider: A Conversation with Bruce Reider, MD. Visit https://easyreider.libsyn.com/ for a full list of episodes.
Join the Sports Medicine Conversation on Twitter
X: @aossmjournals
Instagram: @aossmjournals
Facebook and LinkedIn: search “AOSSM Journals”
National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)
Celebrate National Athletic Training Month
Taking place in March, National Athletic Training Month celebrates the profession and increases the public’s understanding of the essential role athletic trainers play in work, life and sport. This year, the NATM theme, “Champions in Health Care”, was selected by the NATA membership in October 2024. To learn more and access NATA’s NATM resources, visit https://www.nata.org/advocacy/public-relations/national-athletic-training-month.
Visit NATA EducATe Today
NATA EducATe, NATA’s professional development platform and “Your Source for Lifelong Learning”, features an extensive course library, a customizable user experience, the ability to interact with peers, and access to virtual events. Starting in 2025, the entire NATA EducATe On-Demand Course Catalog - >150 courses covering a host of topics you encounter daily in your practice - will be included with your NATA membership! See what NATA EducATe has to offer and start earning your CEUs today at https://educate.nata.org/.
Reserve Your Convention Housing Now
We are excited to announce the 76th NATA Clinical Symposia and AT Expo is June 24-27 in Orlando! Experience the ultimate athletic training event with new expanded community and innovation experiences and learning opportunities, as well as our AT Expo. Start making your plans to attend and book your hotel today by visiting https://convention.nata.org/.
Use the NATA Member Resource Library
The NATA Member Resource Library provides a more streamlined way for members to find resources within NATA’s extensive database. Members can filter their searches by keyword, resource type, topic or year. The library will continue to expand as new resources are created. Visit the library today at https://www.nata.org/nata-member-resource-library.